Office of Neighborhood Coordination

Neighborhood & Civic Leagues

The Chesapeake Civic League Directory is published annually. The directory is a resource for enhancing communication between civic groups and City government. Chesapeake neighborhood groups are encouraged to complete and mail or fax the Neighborhood Association Directory Form to:

Office of Neighborhood Coordination
City of Chesapeake
P. O. Box 15225
City of Chesapeake
Phone: (757) 382-6456
FAX: (757) 382-6372

What is the Purpose of a Civic League?

Source: VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads

To be the voice of the community
To act to involve as many citizens as possible in the affairs of the community
To educate citizens on community standards
To become aware of events affecting the community early enough to effect those events
To facilitate community volunteer programs
To educate citizens on how to access City services
To communicate recommendations, suggestions, and/or modifications to senators and congressmen; to introduce legislation/referenda, which will improve the quality of life in the community
To identify a list of needs, which will progress the community and communicate them to appropriate City agencies
To represent the community and its wishes at meetings and public hearings
To participate with the City in improving the City’s role in the community
To resolve problems at the community level and when unsuccessful, access City Hall
To recognize outstanding and exemplary work performance of city employees and community volunteers

Further information on including your neighborhood group or starting a neighborhood association can be obtained by contacting the Neighborhood Services Coordinator at (757) 382-6990 or via e-mail at mcclammy@cityofchesapeake.net.

City of Chesapeake, Virginia